According to the New York Daily News, the Mets have discussed the possibility of converting Pelfrey to the closer role for 2012.

The paper reported that when manager Terry Collins asked Pelfrey if he’d be interested in closing next season, the starter responded: “Absolutely.”

But not so fast. The Daily News added that Mets general manager Sandy Alderson “did not hatch” the plan and “is said to be averse to it.”

If the GM isn’t keen on the idea, it likely won’t happen. But the Mets will have to do something about their sub par pen.

“I should’ve stayed with R.A,” a frustrated Collins said after the loss on Sunday. “I thought we’d play to win there. (The bullpen) just can’t stop anybody.”

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